Senior Software Engineer – Integration and Deployment (All Genders)
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Job description
Senior Software Engineer role at a defence technology company, acting as the technical face of the Minerva Frontline platform for internal hardware teams, pilot customers and program partners. The engineer sets up the C++ backend orchestrating UAV swarms, integrates new platforms into live systems and resolves field issues on-site.
At a glance
- Work mode
- Remote · Germany
- Languages
- English
What you'll do
- Install, configure, and commission Minerva Frontline in customer operational environments, working with edge hardware, restricted networks, and tactical infrastructure
- Integrate new UAV platforms and features into the Frontline platform, serving as the technical on-site lead for complex system issues
- Analyze and resolve real-time problems including swarm telemetry degradation, gRPC connectivity issues, and MAVLink command translation errors
- Translate feedback from operators, pilots, and customers into concrete technical requirements, collaborating closely with engineering teams to implement improvements and platform integrations
- Participate in flight tests and trial campaigns to validate that software commands are reliably and accurately executed by physical drones under field conditions
- Develop custom tooling, scripts, diagnostic tools, and test environments to make deployments reproducible, efficient, and robust
- Work directly with hardware engineers, drone platforms, and test equipment on regular deployments to customer sites and test grounds
What we're looking for
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Systems Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
- Strong proficiency in modern C++ (C++17/20/23) with proven experience reading, debugging, and customizing production C++ codebases
- Hands-on experience building, deploying, and operating complex real-time distributed systems using technologies such as gRPC, Flatbuffers, WebSockets, MAVLink, or MAVSDK
- Demonstrated track record of deploying software solutions to external customers and collaborating with hardware teams during flight tests and platform integrations
- Willingness to travel regularly within Germany (up to 40%)
- Eligible to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position
Nice to have
- Experience with ROS / ROS 2, PX4, ArduPilot, or autonomous robotics systems
- Previous experience in the defence sector, aerospace, or with military unmanned systems
- Proficiency with containerization and CI/CD tools tailored for edge devices (Docker, Podman, Yocto, embedded Linux, systemd)
- Familiarity with tactical mesh networking, RF communications, or bandwidth-constrained radio link protocols
- Active German / NATO security clearance or prior experience working in security-cleared environments
Your team
Minerva Frontline
Team working at the intersection of software, hardware, and operational reality on UAV swarm command-and-control; collaborates closely across disciplines with hardware engineers, drone platforms, and test equipment.
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About Stark
Forging the future of European and national security through AI-driven technology and engineering precision
Stark is a defence technology company combining elite engineering talent with agile technology and an AI-native operational culture to turn complex defence challenges into field-tested, multi-domain solutions.
Mission
To equip NATO Allies and their partners with next-generation autonomous defence platforms and advanced AI-driven software built to perform in the world's most demanding environments.
Key facts
- Berlin, Germany
- Defence technology
- Legal entity: SKD SE, Französische Strasse 12, 10117 Berlin
- Registered at Amtsgericht Charlottenburg under HRB 260878 B
- Works on autonomous systems, advanced propulsion, and secure cyber platforms
- Serves NATO Allies and their partners
What they value
- Relentless innovation
- Technical excellence
- Trust